Explore 'What Remains: The Jewish History of Rechnitz,' an exhibition tracing the Jewish community's vibrant daily life and its violent dissolution from 1938. This presentation reconstructs individual family histories through extensive archival research and witness testimonies. Gain insights into the Holocaust's impact, complemented by powerful documentary film excerpts.
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This event delves into the history of the Jewish community in Rechnitz, tracing their vibrant daily life and the violent dissolution of the community from 1938 onwards, with a focus on the Holocaust. The presentation will reconstruct family histories through archival materials and include excerpts from a documentary film in production.
The presentation 'Was blieb: Die jüdische Geschichte von Rechnitz' (What Remains: The Jewish History of Rechnitz) illuminates the trajectory of the Jewish community in Rechnitz. It details their lively daily existence, characterized by active exchange with other local religions, and chronicles the violent dissolution of the community that began in 1938. The primary focus is on the expulsions and the fates of community members during the Holocaust. Through three years of dedicated research, over 150 individual fates have been traced using historical sources, photographs, letters, and witness testimonies. This archival material allows for the reconstruction of families and their stories. The presentation will also address the relationship of survivors to their lost homeland, Rechnitz. Excerpts from a documentary film currently in production on this subject will be featured.
Registration is required by May 11, 2026, via email. Please bring a valid photo ID. By participating, you agree to the publication of photos, video, and audio recordings made during the event.
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